2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 96 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Forte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |